IT Specialist – Canada

SAAB Group; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an IT Specialist in Fredericton, NB, to support infrastructure, cloud services, and DevOps practices. This full-time role values innovation and collaboration, offering competitive salary and flexible hours. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience and a relevant educational background. Applicants must be willing to work on-site and possibly travel.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Professional growth opportunities

Competitive salary

Attractive secondary benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years in IT support, DevOps, system administration, or a similar technical role.
• Clear communication of IT concepts to non-technical audiences is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage cloud environments, network settings, and user accounts.
• Resolve urgent tickets to ensure system continuity for mission-critical operations.
• Collaborate with project managers to support active development environments.

Skills

IT-Savvy & Self-Driven

Clear Communicator

Mentor-at-Heart

Process-Oriented

Resilient & Calm

Efficiency-Focused

Collaborative & Present

Adaptable

Education

Post-secondary education in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Overview

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We are seeking a technically skilled and operationally-minded IT Specialist who thrives in a dynamic environment. This role supports our East and West teams with infrastructure, cloud services, DevOps practices, and internal system management. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to strategic IT development, enhance internal efficiencies, and deliver hands-on support with a strong understanding of security, automation, and AI tools. This position requires in-person availability in Fredericton and a willingness to support business continuity and user experience in a high-impact role.

Office: Fredericton

This vacancy is a permanent position for 40 hours per week

About QPS

For over 35 years, we have been experts in maritime software and services. What sets us apart from other companies? We offer unique solutions that cover the entire workflow—from the surveyor to the pilot. Our software is used in sectors such as hydrography, offshore construction, oil and gas, offshore wind energy, and marine navigation. We combine innovation with stability and focus on sustainable, efficient, and reliable solutions. At QPS, our people are our greatest strength. We believe in a work environment based on trust, support, and growth.

Your Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage cloud environments, network configurations, and user accounts
• Resolve urgent tickets and blockers swiftly, maintaining system continuity for mission-critical operations
• Support the North American and European operational teams with independent troubleshooting and execution
• Contribute to process standardization and documentation of IT infrastructure and workflows
• Monitor security systems, assist in patching, access control, and audit readiness
• Collaborate with project managers and technical leads to support active development environments (DevOps)
• Deliver training and support to team members on systems, tools, and best practices
• Stay informed on evolving tools and platforms, particularly AI integration and automation opportunities
• Assist in IT procurement, asset and license management, and vendor liaison for technology assets
• Support unified processes and help reduce redundancies across locations and platforms

What we’re looking for

• IT-Savvy & Self-Driven: Able to work independently across teams and locations, with minimal supervision
• Clear Communicator: Capable of translating complex IT concepts to non-technical audiences
• Mentor-at-Heart: Enjoys helping teammates understand tools, systems, and workflows
• Process-Oriented: Driven to streamline, document, and improve systems for scalability
• Resilient & Calm: Handles multiple priorities, blockers, and urgent requests with grace
• Efficiency-Focused: Actively seeks opportunities for automation, integration, and productivity improvements
• Collaborative & Present: Must be based in or willing to relocate to Fredericton, NB with in-person team presence
• Travel-Ready: Holds a valid driver’s license and is open to occasional domestic / international travel
• Adaptable: Eager to explore emerging technologies—especially AI tools—and apply them meaningfully
• Education: Post-secondary education in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (equivalent experience will be considered)
• Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years in IT support, DevOps, system administration, or a similar technical role

What we offer

• A pivotal role in a stable, international company with global impact
• A collaborative and innovative work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and specialization
• Flexible working hours and a strong focus on work-life balance
• Competitive salary and attractive secondary benefits
• A modern and welcoming office in Fredericton with room for initiative and fresh ideas

Interested? Send your CV and motivation to jobs@ qps .nl – and you might become our new colleague!

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